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English as a Second Language
Thu, April 24, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library
Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) prep classes beginning 3/25/25. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided. Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 3/18 and 3/20/25. …
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Basic English Literacy
Thu, April 24, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Southwest CDC, 6328 Paschall Avenue, 19142
Do you know an adult who wants to learn English and does not know how to read or write? The Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a FREE basic English literacy course for adults to help them improve their basic skills in English. For more information, call 215-686-8664 or email…
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Thu, April 24, 2025
10:00 A.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Thu, April 24, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Thu, April 24, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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Rare Books Roadshow
Thu, April 24, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
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Applying to Online Jobs
Thu, April 24, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Haverford Library
This class will cover how to make an Indeed account and apply to jobs online, as well as how to find job opportunities on company websites. Bringing your own laptop is recommended but not required.
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Monthly Movie Matinee
Thu, April 24, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Fox Chase Library
Conclave It follows one of the world's most secretive and ancient events selecting the new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church's most powerful leaders have gathered from around…
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(NEW DATE) Headshots at the BRIC!
Thu, April 24, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Get a FREE headshot photo taken at the Business Resource and Innovation Center! Headshots are a unique service for entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, job seekers, and more. Use your photo to enhance your professional portfolio and make your LinkedIn profile stand out among the…
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First Look Spring Book Sale Preview
Thu, April 24, 2025
1:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Please join us as the Friends of the Falls of Schuylkill Library host our popular book sale. All proceeds will help support library programming and materials. You will find thousands of donated books in many genres, DVDs, puzzles, childrens material, and more! Today's preview runs…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, April 24, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Judy. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, April 24, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Independence Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Stan. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Thu, April 24, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…
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Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Thu, April 24, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. This service will be available today from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. If you have questions, you can email…
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Achieving Reunification Center Information Table
Thu, April 24, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library
Stop by to speak to the Community Engagement Unit from the Achieving Reunification Center (ARC). ARC works with parents and caregivers over the age of 18 who have a child in out-of-home placement with a goal of getting their children back home. ARC works to break down barriers as they…
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Nature Book Club
Thu, April 24, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for a monthly book discussion. This month we will be talking about The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer. A limited number of copies will be available at the library; please call before picking up your copy. Tea will be…
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Lunch & Poetry Thursdays
Thu, April 24, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Enjoy fresh, delicious food made by Chef Tonii and inspired by spring, with a side of poetry. It's a celebration of seasonal foods, spring, and National Poetry Month! Register at bit.ly/CulinaryLiteracy
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Thu, April 24, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
Celebrate the Grand Reopening of the Kingsessing Library. Speakers include Councilmember Gauthier and Library President Kelly Richards. Refreshments and youth activities will be provided.
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Yoga for Adults
Thu, April 24, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
Free yoga every Thursday at Whitman Library, with instructors Janet Faulls and Anne-Marie Mulgrew! This class is for all levels of practice and beginners are welcome. Bring your own mat or use one of ours. Cleaning wipes for mats are also available. This weekly class is sponsored by The Friends…
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Sew What?! ROOM 108 Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, April 24, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in ROOM…